Salisbury, NC, boasts excellent recreational areas with plenty of outdoor activities. Bundle your tribe into a Kia Seltos, Sportage, or Sorento and find all the fun out in the fresh air at the incredible spots below.
Hike in Eagle Point Nature Preserve
The beautiful Eagle Point Nature Preserve at 665 Black Rd in Salisbury spreads over 200 acres of scenic forests, providing a serene escape surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery. The trail loops span over three miles, winds through various types of indigenous forests, and follows the tree-lined shores of High Rock Lake to different observation points with magnificent views.
The Preserve is a natural habitat for North Carolina’s indigenous wildlife, and white-tailed deer, raccoons, bald eagles, barred owls, and wild turkeys are often seen along the trails, and kingfishers, egrets, and herons around the lake.
Fish in High Rock Lake
The 15,000-acre High Rock Lake on the Yadkin River is the second-largest lake in North Carolina. It’s a very popular boating and fishing spot where anglers boast regular catches of bass, bluegill, catfish, crappie, and sunfish from the shore or boats. High Point Nature Preserve offers easy access to the water and Tamarac Marina at 9120 Bringle Ferry Road in Salisbury has public boat ramps and offers boat rentals.
Admire the View From Dunn’s Mountain Park
Take your binoculars and drive to Dunn’s Mountain Park at 1740 Dunns Mountain Rd in Salisbury to see the fantastic view. Follow the easy-going half-mile path through the beautiful woodlands up to the top of the mountain. Once you reach the summit, you’ll be rewarded with awe-inspiring panoramic views of downtown Salisbury and Rowan County. If you’re not up for the hike, the weekend shuttle service will take you straight to the top and back.
Take a Dip in the Blue Waters Pool
The enormous 20,000 square feet Blue Waters Pool at 6930 Faith Rd in Salisbury is ideal for splashing on a hot summer’s day. The pool has two jump boards, twisting tube slides, and a shallow area with slides for little splashes.
Enjoy eats and treats from the Snack Bar and Grill and choose between 24 Snow Shack Shaved Ice flavors. There’s a baseball and softball batting facility and an arcade where you can have fun, and on weekends there’s live music around the pool.
Shop at the Salisbury Rowan County Farmers’ Market
Head to the bustling weekly Salisbury Rowan County Farmers’ Market at 228 East Kerr St in Downtown Salisbury on Saturdays between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. to get your hands on the freshest local farm fare.
Shop for crispy seasonal fruits and veggies straight from the soil and buy delicious home bakes and the most beautiful handmade arts and crafts. It’s a vibrant gathering place full of friendly vendors with live music, entertainment, and an assortment of mouthwatering foods.
Salisbury has loads of exciting, fun things to do outdoors, from exploring nature to meeting the local farmers, bakers, and makers. While driving around town, swing by Randy Marion Kia to take a closer look at the new 2023 Kia models on display and take one for a test drive.
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